Recent Blog Posts
Stress-Related Workplace Injuries and Illnesses on the Rise
As companies downsize and employees’ workloads are substantially increased, stress-related illnesses and injuries are becoming more and more prevalent in the workplace. When there is a conflict between increased job demands and the amount of control an employee has over meeting those demands, stress can become overwhelming. Not only can the employee become physically… Read More »
Wrongful Death Suit Over Trayvon Martin Has Been Settled
Many people in Jefferson, Colorado, heard about the Trayvon Martin case, a situation involving a black teenager who was shot and killed by a man last year. The incident made national headlines and the topic was often seen through the lens of racism, something that many believe was involved in the shooting. Regardless of… Read More »
Donate Money or Time in Denver for the Holidays
The holidays are a great time to give, but your donation doesn’t have to be limited to food drives, loose change in a kettle, or time in a soup kitchen. Your holiday donation can be as distinct as you; it can reflect your personal interests, passions, or community concerns. The Lakewood personal injury lawyers… Read More »
Overworked, Overtired … Under the Radar?
Many of us are busy every day, stressed and stretched beyond our limits. We take on more than we should and that can lead to little mistakes here and there. For most of us, mistakes aren’t too costly and can be fixed, but in the medical profession, any misstep can cost a life. One… Read More »
Accident Changes Teenager’s Life Forever
The effects of a spinal cord injury are known far and wide. Despite the debilitating consequences of a serious back injury, many people in Jefferson, Colorado, do not realize how easy they are to acquire. All it takes for a spinal cord injury to occur is a car accident, something that left one 17-year-old… Read More »
Effects of an Untreated Brain Injury Can Be Extreme
Catastrophic injuries are not hard to come by in Colorado. Workers are susceptible to them on the job. Skiers may experience them on the slopes. Car accidents can inflict them on people simply going to the grocery store. Loved ones stationed overseas can experience them in battle. Depending on the severity, a brain injury… Read More »
Vicious Cycle May Leave Healthcare Workers Unsafe
Healthcare workers in Colorado are familiar with the risks of their jobs. According to data, the healthcare industry has an illness and injury rate of 5.6 per 100 full-time workers. According to data, this is higher than the average rate for the entire private sector, a figure that falls at 4.2 per 100 full-time… Read More »
Lowering the Risk of a Spinal Cord Injury
There are many ways that a person can sustain a spinal cord injury in Colorado. Some of the most common ways include motor vehicle accidents, falls and sports injuries. Nearly everyone in the state participates in one or more activities that expose individuals to situations in which they may find themselves susceptible to a… Read More »
Hidden Dangers?
The flu is still here, just as strong as ever. And, before we know it, allergy season will be here, too – not just here, but… here, there, everywhere! All over the news, the schools, the office… and even on our roads. When someone takes over-the-counter cold and flu medications, can it affect their… Read More »
No Charges Filed in Recent Skiing Death
Three skiing deaths have occurred at Colorado resorts this season. The most recent one involves a woman from Pennsylvania who had recently skied an expert run on Aspen Mountain. She was waiting for a friend when she was struck by another skier, a 53-year-old woman from New York. After the collision, she was rushed… Read More »